New policy on immigrant students
The DeKalb County School District has revised its policy on immigrants.
The new policy, approved by the school board Monday, says officials "shall not inquire" about the legal status of immigrants and non-visa holders. The old policy defined "foreign" students, but did not address legal status.
All five present members of the school board voted for the change, which was recommended as part of a comprehensive policy review.
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